Connected to Spirit, But Stuck on the Couch: Finding Purpose in Everyday Life
Release Date: 07/14/2025
The Sacred Art of Giving and Receiving: A Love-Filled Holiday Reflection
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Ever feel stuck in a relationship that leaves you anxious, exhausted, or guilty for wanting out? You may be in the FOG — Fear, Obligation, and Guilt. In this heart-opening conversation, the Lemonettes (Amanda, Penny, Drusilla, and Melissa — with love to Morgan, who’s out this week) unpack what it really means to be in a toxic relationship, and how to move through it without blaming, fixing, or abandoning yourself. Drawing from personal stories, spiritual practices, and insights from A Course in Miracles and Calling in the One by Catherine Woodward Thomas, we explore: How fear,...
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Why her success triggered me — and what I did about it. We’re getting honest about the sneaky ways comparison shows up—when someone else’s glow dims your vibe. From jealousy to self-judgment to spiritual guilt, this episode explores how to shift from despair to peace using real-life stories, spiritual tools, and self-forgiveness. Have you ever secretly felt small in someone else’s glow? Maybe you’ve thought: “It should’ve been me.” Or felt a flicker of relief when someone else hit a bump in the road. Yep. Us too. In this raw and revealing episode, the Lemonettes share...
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Standing in Your Power | Ep 2: Letting Go of “Not Enough” – Healing Worthiness & Remembering Your Wholeness
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In Episode 2 of our Standing in Your Power series, we explore the deeply rooted belief that we’re not enough—and how to release it with love, awareness, and spiritual practice. If you’ve ever struggled with shame, self-doubt, or striving to prove your worth, this conversation is for you. 💛 🌟 Welcome back to Five Lemons Laughing! This is Episode 2 of our 4-part series: Standing in Your Power — conversations about releasing the stories that keep us small and stepping boldly into our truth. In this powerful episode, Penny, Melissa, and Morgan explore the inner narrative that...
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Standing in Your Power: Releasing the Victim Story and Reclaiming Your Inner StrengthHow to drop the “poor me” story, embrace accountability, and step into your Divine Power. Welcome to Five Lemons Laughing! 🍋💛 In this powerful first episode of our new 4-part series, Standing in Your Power, Penny, Drusilla, Morgan, and Melissa open up about what it means to release the victim story and reclaim your light. The conversation flows with humor, honesty, and deep spiritual truth. Together, the Lemonettes explore how to: ✨ Recognize when you’re slipping into the “poor me”...
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It’s Their God Too: Staying Grounded When the World Feels Outrageous
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Feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world? In this soul-nourishing conversation, Drusilla and Penny explore how to stay spiritually grounded amid political chaos, mass shootings, media noise, and cultural division. From A Course in Miracles to the AA Promises, they unpack what it really means to stay in peace without tuning out, and how to navigate the world with compassion and discernment. 🎧 Topics Include: – How to protect your peace in uncertain times – “It’s their God too” and the radical idea of shared divinity – Letting go of fear and embracing trust – What Kali Yuga...
info_outlineHave you ever felt deeply connected to Spirit—but totally disconnected from your drive to do anything about it?
In this heartful and honest conversation, all five Lemonettes come together to explore the gap between spiritual inspiration and real-world motivation. What does it mean to live until you die—especially when life feels more like Groundhog Day than a soul-led adventure?
We dive into:
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The hidden wisdom of “unproductive” days
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Why judgment is often the block between inspiration and action
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How presence (even on the couch with tortilla chips) can be a path to healing
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The top 5 regrets of the dying—and how to live without them
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What “living fully” looks like in a real, imperfect life
Whether you’re feeling lit up or low-energy, this episode offers loving reminders that every moment matters—and your worth isn’t tied to how much you do.
✨ Mentioned in this episode:
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A powerful poem: The Hardest Part
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“The Right Questions” by Debbie Ford
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The 5 regrets of the dying
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Daily practices from A Course in Miracles
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Meditation prompts and reflections
💛 Journaling Prompts:
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What does living fully look like for me today?
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Am I judging how I’m spending my time—or meeting it with love?
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What small step could move me toward greater joy or presence?
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You’re not alone—and you don’t have to earn your joy.
Interested in spiritual counseling or coaching? Visit FiveLemonsLaughing.com or reach out to us directly:
Work with Amanda: Spiritual Counseling
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Work with Drusilla: Spiritual Counseling
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Work with Melissa: Business and Marketing Coaching, Help with Starting a Business, Bringing Spirit into Your Business
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Work with Morgan: Spiritual Counseling & Kundalini yoga
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Work with Penny: Performance Coaching
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